Microsoft®

SideWinder

Force Feedback 2 Joystick

Experience the feel of victory
Screaming in at Mach 3, guns blazing as you wrestle with a badly damaged wing, SideWinder® Force Feedback 2 puts you right in the cockpit. With a new on-board A/C power supply and optimised feedback system, you will feel every subtle force effect and have a rock solid base to enjoy it. The SideWinder Force Feedback 2 delivers the ultimate stick to players who demand the best. With over 200 force feedback enabled games, you will Feel Your Game!

Benefits

Feel the Forces for True Game Immersion
Erase the line between you and your game. Feel as many as 100 or more forces-from subtle sensations to rugged power forces-in every game that supports force feedback technology. / Double the Precision: Precision engineered for reliable return-to-centre, smooth action, and accurate control.

Master Your Game: Incorporates the latest in motor, transmission and microprocessor technology to deliver top performance for those who play to win.

Features

Force Feedback: 16-bit 25-MHz on-board processor delivers around 100 different lightning fast forces from subtle sensations to rugged power forces, allowing you to feel every little bump and bruise.
On-board AC power: No external power brick, so with power on-board the Force feedback 2 can now deliver stronger more direct forces.
8 Programmable Action Buttons: Easy to reach buttons for precise, high speed game control. The smooth, fluid action of the / for faster, more direct response, through rapid information transfer between your joystick and your game.
Control at Your Fingertips: Access hat switch and two buttons simultaneously. Program up to 16 functions.
Micro-Precision Action Throttle: Improved direct-drive throttle design for greater control and precision.
Instant Sighting: Programmable 8-way hat switch.
Rotating Handle: Provides continuous, precise rudder control in your palm. Rotating handle rudder control, a feature pioneered by Sidewinder, eliminates need for pedals.
Battle Tested Buttons: Metal-dome tactile switches lab tested for reliability.
Game Control Software: Record keystrokes, movements, combos and delay times, then map to the 8 action buttons and/or hat switch which allows you to program up to 16 functions. Adjust dead zone and sensitivity for outstanding performance in all levels of game play. Also includes profiles for today's hottest games. Save winning profiles to use again and share with friends.
Adjustable Force Levels: Choose the amount of force feedback you want to feel for each game-or turn it off entirely.
/ SideWinder Force Feedback 2 joystick along with the durable, rapid-fire trigger will allow gamers to maximise their gaming performance and control.
On-board 16 bit, 25 Mhz full speed USB co-processor: Reduces the data processing load on the PC's microprocessor
Adjustable sensitivity curve in Game Device Profile software: Tighten your control by making large stick movements equal to small ones to fit the game you're playing.
Adjustable Spring Forces: Feel accurate fluid stick movements with Force Feedback 2’s adjustable electronic spring tension.
Swap Axis setting in Game Device Profile software: Make the most of every move by choosing whether to use the handle to rotate or move left to right in your games.
Compatible with over 200 force feedback enabled games: Enjoy the latest and greatest games with built in force feedback effects to experience gaming the way it is meant to be.
Professional Control: Precision engineered for reliable return-to-centre, smooth action, and accurate control.
Solid Design: Advanced design for maximum comfort, stability and control during game play.
Improved Layout: Repositioned button, trigger, hat switch and throttle puts everything within easy reach.
USB connection: For easy set up and getting started, plus USB two-way communications for quick response, game play.
Photo-optical Interuptor Beam: Grip the joystick and the force feedback motor is engaged.
Engineered Polymers: Component materials custom selected for low friction, excellent wear characteristics, and high durability.
Metal Transmission Plates & Motor Mounts: High tolerance transmission parts give quick and accurate frequency response. Solid steel motor mounts - one plate is dedicated to each axis of movement.
Customised Motors: Specially designed motors with customised windings, torque curves, and force outputs just for the Force Feedback 2.
Inertially Matched Parts: Handle and mechanism inertially matched to the motor and transmission to ensure all the force is delivered to your hands, not wasted.
Embedded Twist Coil: Spring driven rudder control is right in the handle.
Custom Switch: Longer throw switch on the trigger made specifically for higher usage.
Warranty: The SideWinder Force Feedback 2 joystick is backed by a limited three-year hardware warranty.
Related Links:
Microsoft UK Games Web Site: www.microsoft.com/uk/games
Microsoft UK Hardware web site: www.microsoft.com/uk/hardware
Other Products to consider:
SideWinder Game Pad Pro
Combat Flight Simulator II, Crimson Skies, MechWarrior 4 / Launch: October 2000
ESP: £89.99
SKU: 656-00107
UPC: 659556422608

System requirements

Note: Information is preliminary and subject to change.
To use Microsoft SideWinder Force Feedback 2 with the enclosed game Controller Software, you need:
• Multimedia personal computer with Pentium 166 MHz or higher processor and USB port.
• 16 MB RAM.
• 25 MB of available hard-disk space.
• Quad-speed CD-ROM drive.
• Super VGA, 256 colour monitor.
• Microsoft Windows® 98 or Windows 2000 Professional operating system.
• Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device.
• USB port; DirectX ® 7.0a API (included). Internet Explorer 4.0 or later browser software to view User Guide, Windows 98 or later based games, printer for profile printouts (optional).
*Internet access may require payment of a separate fee to an Internet Service Provider. Connect time charges may apply.

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